Hyperthyroidism, another form of thyroid disease, is a condition causing the gland to produce too much thyroid hormone.Symptoms include extreme fatigue, depression, forgetfulness, and some weight gain. Hypothyroidism is a condition where the thyroid gland does not produce enough thyroid hormone.Although the thyroid gland is relatively small, it produces a hormone that influences every cell, tissue and organ in the body.The thyroid gland is located in the middle of the lower neck.The thyroid is a hormone-producing gland that regulates the body’s metabolism-the rate at which the body produces energy from nutrients and oxygen-and affects critical body functions, such as energy level and heart rate. Most thyroid diseases are life-long conditions that can be managed with medical attention.įacts about the Thyroid Gland and Thyroid Disease.Pregnant women with undiagnosed or inadequately treated hypothyroidism have an increased risk of miscarriage, preterm delivery, and severe developmental problems in their children.Undiagnosed thyroid disease may put patients at risk for certain serious conditions, such as cardiovascular diseases, osteoporosis and infertility.The causes of thyroid problems are largely unknown.Most thyroid cancers respond to treatment, although a small percentage can be very aggressive.One woman in eight will develop a thyroid disorder during her lifetime.Women are five to eight times more likely than men to have thyroid problems.
Up to 60 percent of those with thyroid disease are unaware of their condition.An estimated 20 million Americans have some form of thyroid disease.population will develop a thyroid condition during their lifetime.
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